What pattern did you use? There was no pattern. Your assignment was to bring a variety of photos and fabrics.

What fabrics? All werecommercial fabrics however it was amazing how we manipulated the fabric with inks, office supplies, markers etc..... Some of the fabrics looks nothing like what I brought with me.

Have your shown it at any quilt shows or entered it in any contests? I have not and don't know why not. Hum!

What memories or people does the quilt make you think of? My Dad is the first person. He was so creative and enjoyed painting and playing music. If he were alive I think he would be happy that I have found so much joy in this art.Then my mother, this is the beautiful landscape she grew up in Sweden, How lucky was she?

What do you like best about the quilt? No blocks-no rulers! Freehand cutting, laying out and sewing. NO RULES!

How did you grow as a quilter while making it? In every way!This was the quilt where I let go of any restrictions and enjoyed the process.

If you could make this quilt again, what (if anything) would you do differently? Now I would be so much more at ease through the whole process (I had several suitcases with fabric and one little overnight bag with cloths). I also have learned allot more in regards to creative techniques. I would also include allot of my own hand dyed fabric.

Where is the quilt now?It hangs happily in my living room. This one is special to me! When I walk by it I usually have a smile and warm feeling thinking of my parents.

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

The Jersey Shore Modern Quilt Guild drew names have a Name Tag exchange.And I was so elated to receive Eileen as my recipient.

Chesley from Nini & The Sea belongs to the New York Modern Quilt Guildand she received her tag though a exchange with another guild. I thought the raffle ticket pocket on the back was such a great idea.I included that on the back of Eileen's.

It was amazing how you start to know someone by stalkingthem on Instagram.Eileen has some great posts at"sew_ eyeball" on IG.